1969 Austin 3-Litre vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Austin 3-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Austin 3-Litre would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz E (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1969 Austin 3-Litre. (124 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1969 Austin 3-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 340 kg more than 1969 Austin 3-Litre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Mercedes-Benz E (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Austin 3-Litre. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Austin 3-Litre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Austin 3-Litre | 2010 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 3-Litre | E |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4869 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2873 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |
